Purpose of This Process

To create a clear, collaborative system for requesting creative content that helps our team produce excellent work—on time, and on vision.

How to Request Creative Work

All creative requests should begin with a meeting with the Creative Director. This can be a phone call or a brief in-person conversation — it doesn’t need to be long, as long as it acomplishes the purpose. The purpose of this meeting is to clearly communicate the vision, define what’s needed, and establish a shared understanding of the deliverables. Most importantly, it creates a clear “hand-off” moment where the project officially transfers to the creative team and realistic due dates are set on the spot.

Pre-Meeting Checklist

Coming prepared with the Pre-Meeting Checklist helps keep these meetings efficient and focused. The more clarity you bring — about timelines, content, goals, and creative direction — the faster we can move into production and the more likely you are to get exactly what you're hoping for. On the flip side, coming in with no direction makes it harder for either of us to hit the mark. Take time beforehand to think through the purpose and details of what you need — it makes a big difference.

Having this written down for the meeting earns you 1,000 extra points.

Use the button to copy a checklist to fill out.

1. What do I need created? (Is it a graphic, video, print piece, announcement slide, etc.?) 2. Can I clearly describe what I’m envisioning — or do I have a visual example? 3. What is the purpose of this content, and who is it meant to reach? 4. When do I need the final version in hand or published? (Think: the actual deadline, not just the event date.) 5. When does promotion or rollout need to begin? 6. Do I have the key event info ready? (Event name, speaker, date, location, times, etc.)

Timeline Expectations

We aim to work ahead — not just survive last-minute scrambles. Here's our general guideline for how far in advance to request:

Timelines are approximate and may change depending on what’s currently in the queue and team availability.

Website Changes — 1 week
Digital Use Graphics — 2 weeks
Print Materials — 2–3 weeks
Scheduling Creative Volunteers - 3 weeks
New Website Pages - 3 weeks
Full Series/Event Branding — 4+ weeks
Promo or Testimony Videos — 4+ weeks
Building Signage — 4+ weeks
Merch Designs — 6+ weeks

Not sure where your request fits? Reach out early — it’s always better.

Where to Find & Upload Creative Content

How We Work Behind the Scenes

Last-minute requests might not get the full treatment — but we’ll always do our best.